I. Introduction
1. On 1 November 2023, the EPO will launch new MyEPO Portfolio features.
2. The EPO launched MyEPO Portfolio in June 2022. MyEPO Portfolio is a secure, web-based online service for parties to proceedings before the EPO. It provides improved access to several online services, enables the exchange of digital information and offers a contemporary, simplified approach to making procedural submissions.
3. MyEPO Portfolio is being continually improved. In July 2023, new features were made available, including a shared area allowing live interaction between examining divisions and users, alternatives to smart cards for user authentication, and the possibility to submit new types of procedural actions such as the reply to the European search report. New features will be implemented on 1 November 2023. These additional features have been tested during phase 3 of the MyEPO Portfolio pilot project from July to October 2023. Read more